Job Description
Job Opportunity
We are looking for a talented WordPress PHP Developer Intern to join our development team at Schbang.
This role is ideal for candidates who want to gain hands-on experience in WordPress theme and plugin development while working with PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript.
As an intern, you will assist in building, optimizing, and maintaining WordPress-based websites and applications. This is a great opportunity to learn industry best practices and contribute to real-world projects.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing, maintaining, and customizing WordPress themes and plugins.
- Write clean, well-structured, and efficient PHP code following best practices.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize WordPress websites for performance and security.
- Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to integrate custom features.
- Work with REST APIs and third-party integrations for enhanced WordPress functionality.
- Evaluate cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness of websites.
- Document the development process, architecture, and coding standards.
Must-Have Skills:
- A strong understanding of PHP, MySQL, and WordPress core.
- Experience with WordPress theme and plugin development.
- Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.
- Familiarity with custom post types, taxonomies, and WordPress hooks.
- Experience with Git or other version control systems.
- A basic understanding of website optimization and security best practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Optional Skills:
- Experience with WooCommerce customization.
- Understanding of page builders like Elementor or Gutenberg.
- A basic knowledge of Linux server administration.
- Exposure to React or Vue.js for WordPress headless setups.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree (or currently pursuing) in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
- 0-1 years of experience working with WordPress development.
- A portfolio or personal projects showcasing WordPress and PHP skills is a plus.